Skil Twist 2.0 Rechargeable 4V Screwdriver (2-piece bit kit)

What it is and where it shines

The Twist 2.0 is a compact, 4‑volt cordless screwdriver aimed squarely at light-duty fastening in tight spaces. It’s roughly the size of a fat permanent marker, weighs under a pound, and pivots at the head so you can sneak into cabinets, behind electronics, or inside equipment housings without contorting your wrist. I’ve been using it for household fixes, low-voltage work, and bench-top projects where a full-size drill/driver is overkill or simply too big to fit.

If you mostly drive small fasteners into plastic, sheet metal, or pre-tapped holes—outlet and switch plates, cabinet hardware adjustment, assembling flat-pack furniture with pilot holes, RC vehicles, small brackets—the Twist 2.0 is quick, clean, and controlled. It’s not designed for structural screws or dense hardwood where torque matters more than finesse.

Design and ergonomics

The form factor is slim and well-balanced. At about 7.3 inches long and only 0.8 pounds, it doesn’t fatigue your hand over a long series of small screws. The 1/4-inch hex collet is a standard quick-change style, so swapping bits is painless and you’re not hunting for proprietary accessories.

The headline feature is the pivoting head, which locks at 0°, 22.5°, and 45°. Those shallow angles are more useful than they sound. At 22.5° I can clear a cabinet face frame and still keep the bit square to a hinge screw. At 45° I can work inside a junction box without my knuckles pressed against the wall. It’s not a full pistol-grip pivot—if you’re expecting a 90° handle for high-torque wrist leverage, this isn’t it—but the shallow positions strike a nice balance between access and control.

Build quality is better than the price would suggest. The pivot locks positively with minimal play, the housing feels rigid, and the bit interface has a confident snap. After a few months of regular use, mine shows only minor scuffing and no looseness in the head mechanism.

Controls and usability

A one-finger forward/reverse control lets you change direction without shifting your grip, and that’s crucial for repetitive tasks. I do wish the direction selector sat a touch closer to the handle. Mounted where it is—forward of where my index finger naturally rests—I occasionally have to reach for it, especially in the 45° position where grip space is at a premium. It’s not a dealbreaker, but if you have larger hands you’ll notice it.

Three selectable torque levels are the other key control. They act like an electronic clutch: set it low to avoid chewing up small screws, bump it up when you need a bit more bite. Practical ranges I’ve settled on:
- Level 1: plastics, outlet/switch cover screws, terminal screws on low-voltage gear
- Level 2: cabinet hardware, sheet-metal screws into thin stock, flat-pack furniture with decent pilot holes
- Level 3: bigger wood screws in softwoods or when breaking screws free before finishing by hand

There’s no fine-grained clutch like you’d find on a drill/driver, but for a 4V screwdriver, three steps cover most of the scenarios it’s made for.

Speed and torque

On paper, you get 240 RPM with a maximum of 22 in‑lbs (2.5 Nm) of torque. In practice, it lands squarely in “controlled, not hurried.” The modest speed keeps you from skating out of shallow Phillips heads and helps when rethreading screws into plastic. You can feather the trigger to start slowly and avoid cam-out, which I appreciated when working with older, softer screws.

The ceiling is the ceiling. If you’re driving wood screws into dense hardwood, or even into tight predrilled holes where the thread-cutting is still aggressive, the Twist 2.0 will stall before you want it to. I’ve had to finish by hand or switch to a more powerful driver on deep cabinet screws and longer fasteners. That’s not a flaw so much as the reality of a 4V tool. Use it for what it is good at and it’s excellent; ask it to replace a 12V or 18V drill/driver and you’ll be disappointed.

Lighting and visibility

There’s a single LED near the nose that does a decent job of filling shadows in tight spots. It’s not a floodlight, and like most nose-mounted LEDs it can cast a bit of a shadow from the bit itself in certain angles, but inside cabinet corners and electrical boxes it’s helpful. I still grab a headlamp for deep cabinets, but I don’t feel blind if I don’t.

Battery and charging

The built-in lithium cell charges via USB‑C, which is exactly what I want in a small screwdriver today. I’ve topped it up from a wall brick and a power bank in the truck without hunting for a proprietary charger. For my use—intermittent fastening over a day—it comfortably makes it from morning to evening. If you’re driving dozens and dozens of screws continuously, you’ll tax it, but this isn’t that kind of tool.

There’s a basic onboard indicator to tell you charging status, but not a granular battery gauge. A simple three-LED meter would be nice for planning, though in fairness, topping up over lunch via USB‑C easily covers the afternoon.

One caveat: the battery isn’t user-replaceable. That’s common in this category, but it means the life of the tool is tied to the life of the cell. Treat it like a rechargeable appliance—avoid leaving it fully discharged for long stretches and store it with a partial charge.

Bits and accessories

In the box you get the driver, a USB‑C cable, and two 2-inch bits (a PH2 and an SL6). The included bits are fine to get you started, but they’re not a substitute for a proper set. Pair the Twist 2.0 with a compact 1/4-inch hex kit that includes common Phillips, Torx, square, and nut drivers, plus a magnetic bit holder for extra reach. The tool’s bit retention has been dependable—no surprise ejections—and it doesn’t wobble excessively with standard 2-inch bits.

No case is included. For a throw-in-a-bag screwdriver, that’s not unusual, but if you’re mobile, consider a small zip pouch to keep the driver, bits, and cable together.

Real-world use

• Electrical trim-out: Level 1 for cover plates and device screws keeps everything snug without cracking plates or deforming yokes. The slim body fits inside single-gang boxes without scraping knuckles.
• Cabinet and furniture tweaks: Level 2 is ideal for adjusting euro hinges or snugging up pulls. In softwood flat-pack with decent pilot holes, it’s quick and controlled. For longer wood screws into stiffer material, expect to finish with a hand screwdriver or step up to a more powerful driver.
• Tech and hobby work: On small electronics enclosures and RC vehicles, the modest RPM and electronic torque steps help prevent stripping plastic bosses and tiny screw heads. The shallow pivot angles make access easier without a full pistol grip getting in the way.

What could be better

• Direction control placement: Functional, but a bit forward for my taste. Bringing it back toward the trigger would improve grip security, especially at the 45° head angle.
• More granular torque control: Three levels cover a lot, but a fourth “ultra-low” setting for delicate threads would make this even better for tech work.
• Battery indicator: A multi-level gauge would be welcome for planning, especially if you don’t habitually top up at lunch.
• Pivot range: The shallow angles are useful, but a 90° lock option would broaden its appeal for those who want a true pistol-grip stance.

Buy this if…

• You need a compact, controlled driver for light-duty tasks in tight or awkward spaces.
• You value USB‑C charging and the convenience of topping up from any modern charger.
• You want quick bit changes with a standard 1/4-inch hex interface.
• You prefer not to babysit a mechanical clutch but still want basic torque limiting.

Skip this if…

• You routinely drive longer wood screws, into hardwood, or do assembly where high torque is essential.
• You want a replaceable battery or a tool that can live on a multi-pack ecosystem.

Recommendation

I recommend the Twist 2.0 as a handy, everyday light-duty screwdriver for homeowners, techs, and hobbyists who work in tight spaces and care more about control than brute force. It’s small, thoughtfully designed, and easy to live with thanks to USB‑C charging and simple torque presets. Pair it with a good bit set and use it within its lane, and it will save time and reduce hand fatigue.

If your projects regularly involve dense materials or longer screws, consider the Twist 2.0 a companion, not a replacement, for a traditional drill/driver. In that role—precise, compact, and ready to go—it earns a spot in my bag.